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USA Today
03-07-2025
- Business
- USA Today
Buccaneers star defender seen to have a 'player friendly' deal
The Bucs and their front office have done a good job over the years of navigating the salary cap, while also making sure their players are well compensated. Recently, ESPN's Dan Graziano compiled a list of player and team-friendly deals, and the contract for safety Antoine Winfield Jr. The former Golden Gopher safety earned a dub for having a player-friendly contract of four years, $84.1 million. Graziano writes, "Winfield is the league's second-highest paid safety by average annual salary, just slightly behind Joseph. But the rest of the deal is great for Winfield in comparison. Winfield got a $20 million roster bonus in 2024 and fully guaranteed salaries of $4 million in 2024 and $21 million in 2025. He's sure to make $45 million over the first two years of the deal and would make $64.5 million over the first three if he stays in Tampa Bay. It's strong money, given the rest of the safety market." Winfield being on a player-friendly deal may seem like it isn't helping the team, but when he is healthy, there are not many safeties who are better than him. He has become the leader of the Bucs' secondary, and when Lavonte David retires, he will assume the role of captain of the entire unit.
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Flooding brings more copperheads to Cowley County
WINFIELD, Kan. (KSNW) – Recent flooding is driving some reptiles out of their usual habitats, leading to more snake sightings in parts of Cowley County, including Winfield. Residents are reporting an uptick in venomous snakes—especially copperheads, which are already relatively common in the area. Kim Befort, who lives in Arkansas City, says the number of copperheads she's seen this year is unusual. 'I've never seen this many copperheads since weve lived here for 25 years,' Befort said. 'We like to take evening gator rides down the road south of us — anywhere on the average of four out of five nights we would see a copperhead snake in the middle of the road.' Charles Cope, a district wildlife biologist with the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, says the increase makes sense given recent weather conditions. 'Copperheads are in eastern third of state,' Cope said. 'The first thing we do is look at the weather.' Cope explains that heavy rain and flooding can push snakes out of their normal shelters. Woman, dog hurt in Oaklawn in drive-by shooting 'They'll go to burrows and places like that to get away, but when it floods, they can't go to those places, and so they move just like people do, to higher areas to avoid the floods,' Cope said. If your home sits on a higher elevation, you may see more snakes, and depending on whether their original habitat is still intact, they might stay. Befort says she's taking extra precautions this season, including wearing rain boots when stepping outside. 'Keeping yourself informed and educated about the snake,' Befort said. If you think you've spotted a venomous snake, Cope recommends contacting KDWP and sending a photo for identification. He notes many people often mistake harmless water snakes for copperheads. For more Kansas news, click here. Keep up with the latest breaking news by downloading our mobile app and signing up for our news email alerts. Sign up for our Storm Track 3 Weather app by clicking here. To watch our shows live on our website, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
USA Today
16-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
PFF sees a Buccaneers defender playing with something to prove in 2025
PFF sees a Buccaneers defender playing with something to prove in 2025 The Bucs' 2024 season was marred by injury after injury, and it affected the team throughout the season in a litany of ways. They never came at the same time, it never allowed for the team to have much momentum, and it again resulted in a quick playoff exit for them. A lot of the players on the roster have something to prove but PFF picked one player specifically who will playing with not just a chip but a boulder on his shoulder in 2025. Zoltan Buday wrote up 10 players with something to prove in 2025, and rounding out his selections were Antoine Winfield Jr. of the Bucs. While the former All-Pro safety did get to play in nine games, he never looked himself during the season and had career lows across the board. Buday writes, "The Buccaneers made Antoine Winfield Jr. not only the highest-paid safety in the NFL, but also the highest-paid defensive back last offseason. . . .2024 was Winfield's worst season to date in all regards. He played a career-low 601 snaps due to multiple injuries. Even when he was on the field, he did not play like his usual self. His 57.8 PFF overall grade was the lowest of his career, in line with his 50.8 PFF coverage grade and his 125.1 passer rating allowed in coverage. One year after his historic contract extension, Winfield is looking to prove that he is still among the best safeties in the NFL." Winfield Jr.'s injury coming off that mammoth contract may be a blessing in disguise, though, as most people have new deals to focus on with new players. Thus, it allows the former Golden Gopher to fly under the radar and return to form. Look for the Bucs' All-Pro safety to start his revenge tour beginning in July at Training Camp.
USA Today
14-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
USC 1973 College World Series battle versus Minnesota remains the stuff of legends
USC 1973 College World Series battle versus Minnesota remains the stuff of legends This weekend marks the start of the 2025 Men's College World Series. USC baseball will not be playing in Omaha this year, after the Trojans fell to Oregon State in the final of the Corvallis Regional. Back in 1973, however, the Trojans played in one of the greatest College World Series games of all-time. In a 2020 story, Trojans Wire's Matt Zemek detailed the wild 1973 game between USC and Minnesota. 'Dave Winfield was a badass pitcher in the 1973 College World Series,' Zemek wrote. 'In his first start of the series -- against Oklahoma -- Winfield pitched a shutout in which he struck out 14 batters. He won, 1-0. Against USC in this late-round contest a few days later, he dominated once again, shutting out the Trojans through eight innings on one hit, striking out 15 hitters. "Let's keep in mind here: Dave Winfield is a member of the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown. He is unquestionably an all-time-great player. He was absolutely mowing down everyone he faced in the 1973 College World Series. He threw 17 shutout innings in two games. His Minnesota team led USC 7-0 entering the ninth inning of the 1973 semifinal (a semifinal in which Minnesota needed to beat USC once to force a rematch to make the finals). One team having a seven-run lead entering the ninth is, by itself, "game over" 99.999 percent of the time. With a future Hall of Famer on the mound for Minnesota, the game felt that much more done and dusted. "If you have never heard about this game before, and you're reading all these words being written about the game, you can guess what we're about to say next: Yes, USC scored eight runs in the ninth to win, 8-7. Winfield's arm got tired -- at 140 pitches, with one out in the ninth -- and he left the game with the Gophers' lead being cut to 7-4. The Minnesota bullpen couldn't get two lousy outs with a three-run lead. USC just kept slashing away, knocking one hit after another to mount the most incredible rally the College World Series has ever seen. "What adds to the specialness of the rally is that USC went on to win the 1973 CWS title, part of a run of five straight national championships from 1970 through 1974, easily the most dynastic run in the event's history. USC baseball from 1970 through 1974 is the equivalent of what John Wooden and UCLA basketball achieved with seven straight national championships from 1967 through 1973.' The Trojans have not been back to the College World Series since 2001. After a breakthrough season under Andy Stankiewicz this year, USC fans are hopeful that a return to Omaha is not all that far away.
Hamilton Spectator
13-06-2025
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Ford's new energy plan for Ontario increases reliance on nuclear, fossil fuels
The Ford government is projecting a major shift toward nuclear power to meet rising electricity demand and support Ontario's transition to net-zero emissions by mid-century. Its newly released long-term Energy for Generations plan — billed as the province's first-ever integrated energy strategy — also shows an increased reliance on fossil fuels over the next decade, with emissions expected to rise before declining after 2030. The province describes the plan as 'a comprehensive roadmap to meet future energy needs, support new housing, and power the most competitive economy in the G7.' 'As energy demand soars, our plan leverages 'Made-In-Ontario' to build affordable, clean, and always reliable power, built by and for Canadians,' Ontario's Minister of Energy and Mines Stephen Lecce said in a statement. The plan will help the province meet growing electricity demand while achieving over 99 per cent zero-emissions electricity by 2050, he added. Critics say the plan misses key opportunities to scale-up renewables, puts energy affordability at risk and increases Ontario's dependence on foreign energy supplies. The plan projects total electricity production in 2050 to be just under 275 terawatt-hours (TWh), with nuclear making up the largest share at over 200 TWh. That means nuclear plants could supply more than 70 per cent of Ontario's electricity by 2050, up from about 50 per cent today. Currently, Ontario's nuclear fleet — Bruce, Darlington, and Pickering — provides 12,000 MW of capacity. The plan projects the province could need up to 17,800 MW of new nuclear power by 2050, equivalent to building five new Darlington stations. To support this buildout, the province says it is preparing new nuclear sites and has already begun early engagement with First Nation and local communities. A new nuclear technology panel will guide technology choices and project timelines, with input from Ontario Power Generation, Bruce Power, the Independent Electricity System Operator and government officials. The province says nuclear projects are complex and costly, and it plans to explore new ownership models and equity partnerships to attract private capital and help finance the expansion. It aims to attract investment from Canadian pension funds and institutional investors to 'keep more Canadian energy dollars working here at home,' the province said. Mark Winfield, professor at York University and co-chair of its Sustainable Energy Initiative, said the plan lacks a clear decision-making framework and basic accountability mechanisms. He said there is no process in place to evaluate whether the government's chosen energy path is the most affordable or lowest-risk for the province. 'There is no oversight or review process to assess whether this represents the least-cost or lowest-risk option for Ontario,' Winfield said. By 'review,' Winfield refers to independent assessments — such as those typically conducted by regulatory bodies or outside experts — that evaluate costs, risks, and alternatives before major infrastructure decisions are finalized. Winfield also questioned the long-term focus on nuclear. 'All of the proposed reactor technologies rely on enriched fuel that comes from the United States,' he said. 'This exposes Ontario to new energy security risks.' In recent months, the Ford government has committed billions to nuclear energy, announcing new builds and refurbishments it says will create tens of thousands of jobs. Earlier this year, it unveiled plans for a massive nuclear plant near Port Hope , projected to generate 10,000 megawatts — enough to power 10 million homes — though key details like costs and timelines remain undisclosed. Last week, the province introduced legislation to expand access to Ontario's public clean energy fund for nuclear projects. Industry groups welcomed Ontario's new energy plan, with major players praising the government's commitment to both nuclear power and natural gas. Enbridge Gas called the plan a 'clear affirmation' of the essential role natural gas will continue to play, citing its importance for affordability, grid stability and economic growth. The company said investments in gas infrastructure are foundational to Ontario's prosperity. The Organization of Canadian Nuclear Industries also applauded the plan, calling it a bold step toward clean energy leadership. The group highlighted Ontario's strong nuclear track record and said the proposed expansion — including large reactors and SMRs — positions the province to secure long-term clean energy supply. Aliénor Rougeot, climate and energy program manager at Environmental Defence, said Ontario's new energy plan could lead to higher household bills, more air pollution and increased reliance on the US fossil gas. While she welcomed the idea of a long-term, integrated approach, she argued that the plan should be replaced with one built on publicly shared modelling. To Rougeot, the most glaring problem is the plan's failure to prioritize wind and solar — Ontario's cheapest and cleanest energy sources. 'I kept flipping through the document, asking: Where are the renewables?' Rougeot said. The supply forecast is particularly troubling to her, as it shows Ontario having less wind and solar in 2050 than in 2030. She believes the refusal to give renewable energy a central role in the province's future grid will come at a high cost — both economically and environmentally. Wind and solar make up approximately nine per cent and two per cent of Ontario's current electricity generation, respectively. In its plan, the government says their role is expected to grow over time. Starting in 2025, nearly 3,000 megawatts of energy storage will be added to the grid. However, the plan argues that nuclear is more cost-effective and land-efficient than wind and solar. It claims that to generate the same amount of energy as a proposed 10,000 MW nuclear station at Wesleyville, Ontario would need roughly 100 times more land for solar and 500 times more land for wind. But new analysis suggests solar doesn't require large tracts of land — for example, more than half of Toronto's electricity needs could be met through rooftop and parking lot solar alone. A new report from the Ontario Clean Air Alliance argues that wind and solar could meet the same energy needs as the proposed Wesleyville nuclear station much faster and at far lower cost — potentially saving the province up to $19 billion annually. It highlights Ontario's untapped potential for offshore wind in the Great Lakes and large-scale solar at the Port Hope site. Another report warns that electricity from new nuclear could cost up to 3.6 times more than onshore wind, three times more than solar, and 1.7 times more than offshore wind. Lia Codrington, a senior analyst at the Pembina Institute, said the province's new energy plan represents a positive step toward long-term planning, noting that many jurisdictions around the world are already moving quickly toward clean energy and decarbonization. She viewed it as important for Ontario to follow that trend — and even potentially lead — by modernizing its electricity system. Codrington questioned the government's argument that land use limits renewable energy expansion. She said wind turbines allow for shared land use — such as farming — and solar panels can be installed on rooftops, parking lots, and other built environments. In her view, decisions about land use should reflect what Ontarians want in their communities when it comes to energy sources, not just technical comparisons in megawatts per square kilometre. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
